August 11

    What happened on August 11 in history

    3 events fall on August 11, from 1786 to 1965. Read them below, then try to place a historical scene yourself — guess where in the world it happened and in what year.

    Events on August 11

    1. 1786

      Captain Francis Light lands at Penang

      The first British settlement in the Malay peninsula is founded.

      Read about Montgolfier Brothers' First Animal Flight at VersaillesPlay the Exploration & revolution round

    2. 1942

      Hedy Lamarr patents frequency hopping

      The actress and a composer patent a technique later basic to wireless.

      Read about V-J Day Celebration in Times SquarePlay the 20th century round

    3. 1965

      The Watts riots begin

      Six days of unrest follow a traffic stop in Los Angeles.

      Read about Gateway Arch Under Construction, St. LouisPlay the 20th century round

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